lodging
word · lemma: lodge
Definition
A place to stay or live temporarily, such as a hotel, hostel, or rented room.
Usage & Nuances
'Lodging' is more formal or written; often used in travel, tourism, or official contexts. Common phrases: 'seek lodging', 'cost of lodging', 'temporary lodging'. Not used much in everyday conversation—people more often say 'place to stay', 'accommodation', or name the type (hotel, etc.).
Spanish: alojamiento - hospedajePortuguese (BR): hospedagem - alojamentoPortuguese (PT): alojamento - hospedagemChinese (Simplified): 住宿 - 住处Chinese (Traditional): 住宿 - 住處Hindi: आवास - ठहरने की जगहArabic: إقامة - مبيتBengali: আবাসন - থাকার ব্যবস্থাRussian: жильё - временное жильёJapanese: 宿泊先 - 宿泊施設Vietnamese: chỗ ở tạm thời - nơi lưu trúKorean: 숙소Turkish: konaklamaUrdu: رہائش - عارضی رہائشIndonesian: penginapan
Example Sentences
We found lodging near the train station.
basic
The cost of lodging is included in the tour price.
basic
Many students look for lodging near campus.
basic
Their house was full, so we had to find other lodging for the night.
natural
If you need lodging, I can recommend a great guesthouse down the street.
natural
During the festival, decent lodging gets booked up fast.
natural